window FIAT STRADA 2011 Owner handbook (in English)

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LONG VEHICLE
INACTIVITY
If the vehicle needs to be off the
road for longer than a month, the
following precautions should be
taken:
– Park the vehicle indoors in a dry
and, if possible, well-ventilated
place.
– Engage a gear.
– Check that the handbrake is not
engaged.
– Disconnect the negative battery
terminal and check the state of
charge (see “Battery” in the
“Vehicle maintenance” section).
– Clean and protect the painted
parts using protective waxes.– Clean and protect the shiny metal
parts using specific commercially
available compounds.
– Sprinkle talcum powder on the
rubber windscreen wiper blades
and lift them off the glass.
– Slightly open the windows.
– Cover the vehicle with a piece of
fabric or perforated plastic sheet.
Do not use compact plastic
tarpaulins, which prevent humidity
from evaporating from the surface
of the vehicle.– Inflate tyres to +0.5 bar above the
standard prescribed pressure and
check it at intervals.
– Do not drain the engine cooling
system.

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FUSE SUMMARY TABLE
Device protected No. Fuse Amps Location
F12
F13
F31
F32
F35
F37
F38
F39
F42
F43
F44
F47
F48
F49
F50
F51
F5315A
15A
7,5A
15A
10A
10A
20A
15A
7,5A
30A
20A
30A
30A
7,5A
7,5A
7,5A
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ARight dipped headlight
Left dipped headlight, headlight alignment corrector
Supply for reversing light, relay switch coils on engine compartment
fuse box, manual climate control system
+30 exterior lighting control supply
Brake light switch supply (NC signal)
Brake lights, instrument panel node
Central locking
+30 supply for roof light, glove compartment light, radio
ABS control unit
Windscreen wiper, two-way pump
Power socket - cigar lighter
Front left electric window
Front right electric window
+15 services supply for radio, electric mirrors, central and side
control panel lighting, electric mirror control lighting
Airbag system
+ supply for number plate lights, heater control lighting,
power socket – cigar lighter lighting, radio lighting
Direction indicators, hazard warning lights, instrument panel node

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PERIODIC CHECKS
Every 1,000 km or before long
journeys, check and, if necessary, top
up the following:
– engine coolant level;
– brake fluid level;
– windscreen washer fluid level;
– tyre pressure and conditions;
– operation of lighting system
(headlights, direction indicators,
hazard warning lights, etc.);
– operation of windscreen
washer/wiper system and
position/wear of windscreen/rear
window wiper blades;
Every 3,000 km check and top up if
required: engine oil level.
You are advised to use PETRONAS
LUBRICANTS products, which have
been designed and produced
specifically for Fiat vehicles (see table
“Capacities” in the “Technical
specifications” section).
DEMANDING
VEHICLE USE
If the vehicle is mostly used in one of
the following conditions:
– towing a trailer or caravan;
– dusty roads;
– short, repeated journeys (less
than 7-8 km) at sub-zero
temperatures;
– engine often idling or driving long
distances at low speeds or long
periods of inactivity;
the following checks must be carried
out more frequently than indicated
in the Scheduled Servicing Plan:
– check front disc brake pad
conditions and wear;
– check cleanliness of bonnet and
boot locks, and cleanliness and
lubrication of linkages;– visually inspect the conditions of:
engine, gearbox, transmission,
pipes and hoses
(exhaust/fuel/brakes), rubber parts
(boots/sleeves/bushes, etc.);
– check battery charge and fluid
level (electrolyte);
– visually inspect the condition of
the accessory drive belts;
– check and, if necessary, change
engine oil and replace oil filter;
– check pollen filter and replace, if
required;
– check air cleaner and replace, if
required.

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Exterior plastic parts should be
cleaned in the same way as the rest
of the vehicle. Where possible, do
not park the vehicle under trees; the
resinous substances released by
many species give the paint a dull
appearance and increase the
possibility of corrosion.
IMPORTANT Bird droppings must
be washed off immediately and
thoroughly, as the acid they contain
is particularly aggressive.Windows
To clean windows, use specific
cleaning products.
Use clean cloths to avoid scratching
the glass or damaging the
transparency.
Engine compartment
At the end of each winter,
thoroughly wash the engine
compartment, taking care to avoid
spraying the water jet directly onto
the electronic control units or the
fuse box on the left side of the
engine compartment (driving
direction).
Have this operation performed at a
specialised workshop.
IMPORTANT Washing should take
place with the engine cold and the
ignition key removed.
After the washing operation, make
sure that the various protections
(e.g. rubber caps and guards) have
not been removed or damaged.
Detergents cause water
pollution. The vehicle
should be washed in
areas equipped for collecting
and purifying the liquid used in
the washing process.
Some car washes with
old-style blades and/or
in a poor state of repair
can damage the paintwork,
facilitating the formation of
lines that give the paint a
dull/misty appearance,
especially on dark colours.
If this happens, lightly polish the
paintwork with appropriate
products.
Dry the less visible parts, such as the
door frames, bonnet and the
headlight frames with special care, as
in these areas water may stagnate
more easily.
It is a good idea to leave the vehicle
outdoors for a while after washing it
to give the water time to evaporate.
Do not wash the vehicle after it has
been left in the sun or with the
bonnet hot: this may alter the shine
of the paintwork.

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GENUINE LEATHER
STEERING WHEEL/
HANDBRAKE/GEAR
LEVER KNOB
(for versions/markets,
where provided)
These components must be cleaned
with mild soap and water only.
Never use alcohol or alcohol-based
products.
Read the product label carefully
before using specific products for
cleaning the interiors: make sure
that the product does not contain
spirits or alcohol-based substances.If, when cleaning the windscreen
with specific products, window
cleaner accidentally drips onto the
leather of the steering wheel/gear
lever knob/handbrake, wipe away
immediately and then wash the
affected area with mild soap and
water.
IMPORTANT Be careful when using
a steering wheel locking device, to
avoid damaging the leather
upholstery through abrasion. PLASTIC PARTS
It is advisable to clean interior parts
with a moist cloth and a solution of
water and mild neutral soap.
Use specific products for cleaning
plastic, without solvents and
specifically designed to prevent
damage to the appearance and
colour of the treated parts, to
remove grease and tough stains.
IMPORTANT Never use alcohol or
petroleum to clean the instrument
panel.

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Protective agent
for radiators
Windscreen
and rear window
washer fluid Brake fluidLubricants
and greases
for drive
transmission
FIAT 9.55530- MX3classification.
SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic lubricant.
FIAT 9.55550-MZ3classification.
SAE 75W-85 grade synthetic lubricant.
Molybdenum disulphide grease, for use at high
temperatures. Consistency NLGI 1-2.
FIAT 9.55580classification.
Grease for constant velocity joints with low friction
coefficient. Consistency NLGI 0-1.
FIAT 9.55580classification.
Automatic transmission lubricant.
Exceeds “ATF DEXRON III” specifications.
FIAT 9.55550-AG2classification.
Synthetic fluid for hydraulic and electrohydraulic systems.
FIAT 9.55550- AG3classification.
Synthetic fluid, NHTSA no. 116 DOT 4, ISO 4925,
SAE J-1704, CUNA NC 956-01.
FIAT 9.55597classification.
Red protective agent with antifreeze action, based on
inhibited monoethyl glycol with organic formula. Exceeds
the CUNA NC 956-16, ASTM D 3306 specifications.
FIAT 9.555323classification.
Mixture of spirits and surfactants.
Exceeds CUNA NC 956-11 specifications.
FIAT 9.55522classification.Manual gearboxes
and differentials
Manual gearboxes
and differentials
Wheel side constant
velocity joints
Differential side
constant velocity joints
Hydraulic power
steering
Hydraulic power
steering
(for cold countries)
Hydraulic brakes and
hydraulic clutch controls
Percentage of use:
50% water
50% PARAFLU
UP(❑)
To be used undiluted
or diluted in
windscreen/washer/
wiper systems
TUTELA CAR TECHNYX
Contractual Technical
Reference F010.B05
TUTELA CAR GEARTECH
Contractual Technical
Reference F704.C08
TUTELA ALL STAR
Contractual Technical
Reference F702.G07
TUTELA STAR 700
Contractual Technical
Reference F701.C07
TUTELA GI/E
Contractual Technical
Reference F001.C94
TUTELA GI/R
Contractual Technical
Reference F428.H04
TUTELA TOP 4
Contractual Technical
Reference F001.A93
PARAFLU
UP(●)
Contractual Technical
Reference F101.M01
TUTELA
PROFESSIONAL SC35
Contractual Technical
Reference F201.D02 Use Fluid and lubricant specifications Original lubricants Applications
for correct vehicle operation and fluids
(●) IMPORTANT Do not use fluids with different specifications for topping up or mixing.
(❑) When the vehicle is used in particularly harsh climate conditions, we recommend using a mixture of 60% PARAFLUUPand 40% demineralised water.

Load (advice) ..........................................................................110-111
Load compartment cover .......................................................... 84
Load compartment....................................................................... 82
Load limiters ................................................................................. 26
Loading advice ........................................................................110-111
Lubricant specifications ........................................................179-180
Main beam headlights ............................................................... 70
- bulb replacement ................................................................. 125
- control ................................................................................... 70
- flashing .................................................................................... 70
Maintenance
- heavy-duty use ....................................................................... 147
- periodic checks...................................................................... 147
- scheduled servicing plan ...................................................... 144
- scheduled servicing............................................................... 143
Manual climate control
- controls .................................................................................. 68
- maintenance .......................................................................... 160
Milometer ...............................................................................32-40-43
Mobile phones............................................................................... 102
Multifunction display ................................................................... 42
- control buttons .................................................................... 42
- set-up menu .......................................................................... 44
Nozzles......................................................................................... 160
Number plate lights...................................................................... 129
On-board instruments............................................................... 27
Opening doors ............................................................................. 79
Opening the bonnet ....................................................................85-86Opening windows
- electric..................................................................................... 80
- manual ..................................................................................... 80
Original parts................................................................................. 1-2
Paint identification plate ............................................................ 166
Paintwork
- advice for preservation........................................................ 161
- identification plate................................................................. 166
Parking ........................................................................................... 108
Periodic checks ............................................................................ 147
Personal adjustments ................................................................... 16
Plastic trim
- cleaning.................................................................................... 164
Pollen filter .................................................................................... 153
Power assisted steering fluid level ............................................ 152
Power supply ................................................................................ 169
Prescriptions for vehicle at end of life .................................... 181
Pretensioners................................................................................ 25
- load limiters............................................................................ 26
Protective grille ............................................................................ 87
Punctured tyre ............................................................................. 118
- changing a wheel ............................................119-120-121-122
Radio (system set-up) ............................................................ 100
- speakers ................................................................................. 100
Radio transmitters........................................................................ 102
Rear fog lamps............................................................................... 74
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Fiat Group Automobiles S.p.A. - Parts&Services - Technical Services - Service Engineering
Largo Senatore G. Agnelli, 3 - 10040 Volvera - Torino (Italia)
Print no. 603.99.034 - 07/2011 - 1 Edition
Technical specifications.................................................... 165
Third brake light .......................................................................... 129
Top speeds..................................................................................... 174
Topping up the engine oil ........................................................... 149
Towing the vehicle....................................................................... 140
Towing trailers.............................................................................. 114
Trailers (towing)........................................................................... 114
Transmission.................................................................................. 169
Trip computer .............................................................................. 52
Tyre pressure................................................................................ 174
Tyres
- inflation pressure.............................................................157-174
- maintenance ........................................................................... 157
- reading rim code................................................................... 173
- reading tyre code .................................................................. 171
- Rim protector........................................................................ 172
- snow..................................................................................109-173
- spare wheel............................................................................ 171
- specifications.......................................................................... 173
Using the gearbox .................................................................. 109
Vehicle inactivity...................................................................... 115
Vehicle lifting...........................................................................138-139
Vehicle maintenance.............................................................. 143
Ventilation................................................................................66-68
Warning lights and messages................................................ 55
Weights .......................................................................................... 177
Wheel geometry ......................................................................... 171
Wheels
- changing.............................................................119-120-121-122
- maintenance ........................................................................... 157
- specifications.......................................................................... 173
- wheel trim .............................................................................. 171
Window cleaning ......................................................................... 72
Windows
- cleaning.................................................................................... 72
- electric..................................................................................... 80
- manual ..................................................................................... 80
- rear window ........................................................................... 87
Windscreen washer fluid level................................................... 151
Windscreen washer
- control ................................................................................... 72
- fluid level ................................................................................ 151
Windscreen wiper
- blade replacement................................................................. 159
- control ..................................................................................... 72
- nozzles..................................................................................... 160
- smart washing........................................................................ 72